Resources: Sexual Orientation

The resources featured on this page are helpful for individuals who are discerning their own sexuality, for parents or friends who want to understand more about LGBTQIA+ identities, and for congregations to increase their awareness and understanding of LGBTQIA+ people.

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Asexual: a self-identifying term used to describe a person who experiences a lack of sexual attraction or very little sexual attraction. Asexuality is also sometimes referred to as “ace” for short. The asexual pride...

This guide was written in advance of the 221st General Assembly, but the questions and background it offers remain relevant for congregations wanting a forum for conversation about marriage for same-sex couples rooted in...

Bible, Gender, And Sexuality: Reframing The Church’s Debate On Same-Sex Relationships, James Brownson Bible, Gender, And Sexuality: Reframing The Church’s Debate On Same-Sex Relationships, a thought-provoking book by James Brownson develops a broad, cross-cultural...

UnClobber: Re-Thinking Our Misuse Of The Bible On Homosexuality, Colby Martin Armed with only six passages in the Bible-often known as the “clobber passages”-the conservative Christian position has been one that stands against the...

Radical Love: An Introduction To Queer Theology, Patrick S. Cheng Patrick Cheng’s Radical Love is an excellent introduction to queer theology. This book is for those who are ready to dig deeper into theology from an...

God And The Gay Christian: The Biblical Case In Support Of Same-Sex Relationships, Matthew Vines Matthew Vine’s book has become an instant classic. Approaching the scripture from his background as a self-described conservative Christian,...

In A Time to Embrace, William Stacy Johnson presents a brilliant analysis of the religious, legal, and political stakes in the debates over gay marriage, civil unions, and the place of committed gay couples...